Registration of Canadians Abroad

Why Register?

Signing up for the Registration of Canadians Abroad
service could make a big difference for your clients
in an emergency.

Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada offers the Registration of Canadians Abroad service for all Canadians travelling or living abroad. This service is provided so that consular officials can contact and assist Canadians in an emergency abroad, such as a natural disaster or civil unrest, or inform them about a family emergency at home. Registration can be done on-line and note that a greatly improved registration system enables registrants to better manage and update their own information on-line. You can also register by contacting the nearest Canadian government office abroad.

Registration is free and voluntary, and personal information provided on the registration form is used in accordance with the provisions of Canada’s Privacy Act.

If your clients choose not to register, they should leave a detailed travel itinerary and contact details with family or friends in Canada.

Don’t forget to mention this registration service to your clients. It could make a big difference to them in an emergency.

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